Welcome to Toloache (pronounced toh-lo-AH-tchay), chef-owner Julian Medina’s contemporary Mexican bistro located in the heart of the Theater District. Toloache is named after a flowering plant famed in Mexico for its use in love potions. We hope that when you dine with us you too will fall under the spell of chef Medina’s creative cooking, which incorporates seasonal and natural ingredients and more than a dozen types of chilies. Our festive, two-story space features a guacamole and ceviche bar, a wood-burning oven, and an exceptional tequila list, along with elegant decorative elements imported from Mexico. We looking forward to seeing you soon.

We were seated 35 minutes late before our Broadway Show. However, the manager did comp us guacamole and our first round of drinks. The service was good as was the food and margaritas. It is a bustling restaurant with good food but punctuality would be appreciated.

Without question the most authentic and delicious Mexican food we can ever remember having. Great menu, wonderful drinks and everything we had from appetizer to desert was excellent. The taste was authentic, properly cooked and served beautifully. The service was prompt and our waiter was knowledgeable and patiently answered all of our questions. If you like Mexican food, this is a must visit restaurant.

Not at all good for celebrating special occasions .I have been to so many restaurants in New York City for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries but this is the first time I have seen any restaurant asking to pay per person for cutting bday cake. Myself and my family was super annoyed by the restaurant manager and server.

WOW! What a great Mexican place! From the staff to the management and the food - it was an amazing experience! Our server was right on and Artmio the Manager came over, talked about some drink on the menu and asked if we had ever tried it and we said no so he brought the table the drink. The engagement from the staff was attentive and caring. The water glass was never empty and the food taste exploded in your mouth. I would visit this place each time I'm in NYC

Found this great Mexican (not Tex-Mex) restaurant on a Zagat list of restaurants for locals. Hard to believe, since it was on the edge of The Broadway district. Definitely a local place. Food was extremely tasty - loved the short rib. Guacamole was prepared in front of our eyes. Fresh lime margaritas, but some other good options. Will be back the next time I’m in NYC.

There are a million places to eat in NYC... But you better put this on your "must go" list. The ambiance is great... the service was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. Food was positively delicious!! Shrimp tacos, lobster tacos, ceviche, quesadillas...every bite was so tasty and packed with flavor. You simply can't go wrong!

Initially waiting at the bar for our table, we couldn't resist imbibing on some margaritas! The jalapeno one was sooo good!! Highly recommend making reservations as this is a small restaurant (capacity 150). Once our table was ready we started with chips and salsa as well as the Carnitas tacos. Flavors bursting in your mouth with every bite. Our entrees were the pollo Toloache and the enchildas. Both were mouth watering delicious. The service was very good and ensured we had time to get to the theater for 8 pm without feeling rushed. If you are in the mood for mexican, this is a great place to satisfy your craving.

Husband and I enjoyed a long weekend trip to NYC. Took an Open Table chance on the restaurant. We saw a play and then enjoyed a late night dinner. Fruit guacamole is excellent!! We got a shrimp quesadilla and a chicken quesadilla—all very good and not too much food for late-night dining. Felt a little rushed by the staff but understood as 11:00 reservations are approaching closing time for the kitchen and staff. Reasonably priced! Had a celebrity encounter as well which was cool!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the food here, and the service is always exceptional. But I can no longer bear the noise level. Dining can not possibly be enjoyable when guests can't even communicate with each other. It's just too crowded and packed together. Does this place meet fire law standards?

The acoustic was poor. Very noisy. Food was small portion and expensive. Taste of food was subpar. Overall I would not go back. Service was slow. Bathroom had a long wait. Only one on first floor and had to go upstairs which has only one bathroom too.